Occupant detection system wire harness may break
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. over time, the occupant detection system (ods) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.
Safety Consequence
If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ods wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. if the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began march 19, 2019. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc175.
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FAQ: Recall 19V109000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V109000?
NHTSA recall 19V109000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on February 19, 2019. It addresses: Occupant detection system wire harness may break. The recall affects approximately 94,389 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V109000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC175. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.